In this book, the author Joy Cumming draws on knowledge of law, assessment and measurement to provide an original analysis of the inclusion of students with impairment in educational accountability assessments in the U.S., England and Australia. Equitable education of students with impairment is worldwide policy. Educational accountability for improvement of educational outcomes is also a worldwide phenomenon. The U.S., England and Australia are well placed economically and politically to ...

This book presents an international research-based framework that has empowered parents of children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) to become critical decision makers to actively guide their child’s learning and self-advocacy. Parents can use this framework to identify their child’s vision and dreams, and to work with educators and service providers to establish specific learning goals and to implement effective interventions and programs that enable their child to achieve those goals ...

GoYou! Everyday Joy: Small Habits for Big HappinessAre you ready to unlock more joy in your everyday life? GoYou! Everyday Joy is your practical guide to discovering lasting happiness through simple, science-backed habits that fit any busy schedule.This inspiring book breaks joy down into bite-sized, doable actions—like mindful walks, creative play, gratitude practices, and meaningful connections—that can transform your mindset and lift your spirit...

Two months in the African bush. Fifty-five days at Harvester's Orphanage in South Sudan. "Mama" to 43 Mundari children. The only person with white skin (kawaja) within 50 square miles. Ellen Cummings chronicles her experiences as "Mama Ellen" in this captivating journal of life in the newest world country.

These poems, most of them originally songs, are a vehicle by which I have attempted to express my deepest feelings of love and admiration for my Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. I hope the words and emotions found in this collection of poetry will give valuable insight and meaning to everyone who reads them. This book also contains a few other kinds of poems of inspiration. May God bless you-